Before I worried about it to much... Check with the local fleet you plan on racing with, they will be happy to here from you and eager to help. If your boat isn't carrying Hobie sails, you pop a chute (assuming USA).... something like that, you might be protested at a Hobie sanctioned event. I don't know if I would sweat the small stuff though, there are lots of different possibilities for exceptions. Most fleets want boats on the line, and will work hard for you to make it happen.

6:1 blocks are fine.. even if you built them yourself. 5:1 is fine also...

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16.4Main, boom and jib sheet blocks of different de-sign or make may be used provided the pur-chase advantage remains equal to or less than7:1 on the mainsheet system and 3:1 on the jibsheet system unless specified otherwise in indi-vidual boat class rules.

The downhaul can't be more than 6:1... the cleat must be on the lower block and fixed so it can't be adjusted from the wire.

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All downhaul systems allowed prior to the up-grade effective April 1st 2005 will remain classlegal.a)The upgraded downhaul system shall be assupplied by HOBIE CAT CO and shall notexceed 6:1 purchase.The system shall notbe reversed and must be used with the cleatat the lower end of the system.b)Blocks and cleats on the upgraded systemmay be replaced with similar types providedthe custom attachments to the mast baseand gooseneck supplied by HOBIE CAT COare used.

IHCA Rule Book 2013-2016 rev. 130104Page20c)Swivel cam cleats are not allowed. The up-graded downhaul design has some limitedmovement from side to side. Any replace-ment cams may not exceed the side to sidemovement of the HOBIE CAT CO suppliedsystem.

Good to know. I thought maybe the parts had to be a certain brand and not a pieced together rig like mine. One of my pylons was rewelded because of corrosion and I am going to do the same to the other 3.

Good to know. I thought maybe the parts had to be a certain brand and not a pieced together rig like mine. One of my pylons was rewelded because of corrosion and I am going to do the same to the other 3.

You have only done things to drag your old boat into the 21st century. Hobie fleets are desperate for new blood. You will not be a threat and they should give you plenty of time to correct anything that is wrong.

Just go and have a Hobie Day. They will let you know when you need to "fix" things. If it is a hot racing fleet, you will be lucky to finish in the same zip code as the leaders.

Good to know. I thought maybe the parts had to be a certain brand and not a pieced together rig like mine. One of my pylons was rewelded because of corrosion and I am going to do the same to the other 3.

You have only done things to drag your old boat into the 21st century. Hobie fleets are desperate for new blood. You will not be a threat and they should give you plenty of time to correct anything that is wrong.

Just go and have a Hobie Day. They will let you know when you need to "fix" things. If it is a hot racing fleet, you will be lucky to finish in the same zip code as the leaders.

+1...

With one exception. Even in areas with smaller fleets I dunno if 'desperate' is the right word...... They often need some fresh ideas.. but I don't think desperation is something they are feeling.. even if they should...

I know around here we are growing, and we would welcome you to the line.

Good to know. I have scavenged yet a 3rd Hobie 16 that will sacrifice its life to make one good boat. So far my boat is a combination of a 70, 77 and a 89 (and possibly an 86). Looking forward to getting active and learning some things.